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Google Will Merge Android and ChromeOS, Exec Says. That's Taking a Page out of the Apple Playbook

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-08-06 04:41:00

In a move that could make life easier for folks using devices based on its operating systems, Google will eventually unify Android and ChromeOS, according to a high-ranking Google executive. Merging the systems could have positive outcomes for customers using, say, a Chromebook and an Android cellphone, much like Apple users have seamless functioning among MacBooks, iPhones, iPads and Apple Watches. "We're going to be combining ChromeOS and Android into a single platform, and I am very interes

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Malaysia will require trade permits for U.S. AI chips

techcrunch.com Rebecca Szkutak 2025-08-06 05:37:50

Malaysia is taking on a bigger role in helping the U.S. prevent advanced AI chips from ending up in China. The Malaysian Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry announced new restrictions on exporting AI chips of U.S. origin out of its country on Monday. Individuals and companies are now required to notify Malaysian authorities at least 30 days in advance when they are exporting or transshipping U.S. AI chips, effective immediately. “Malaysia stands firm against any attempt to circumvent ex

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Evidence Grows That Tripping on Shrooms Might Increase Your Lifespan

futurism.com Unknown 2025-08-05 12:03:03

Image by JASON CONNOLLY/AFP via Getty Images Studies In a new study, scientists have uncovered evidence that magic mushrooms just might be an effective anti-aging treatment. Published in the Nature Partnering Journal Aging, a new paper by researchers at Emory and Baylor's medical schools suggests that psilocybin, the active compound in psychedelic mushrooms — there are a range of species that produce it, but the best known is probably Pisolocybe cubensis — might extend the lifespans of both mi

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Google is changing Chrome’s new tab page to bring AI Mode front-and-center

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-08-06 09:32:27

Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority TL;DR Google is testing a new search bar design in Chrome Beta for Android that includes an AI Mode shortcut. This new design, which also repositions voice search and Lens shortcuts, appears in two variants across different devices running the same Chrome Beta version. The integration of an AI Mode shortcut into Chrome aims to increase user awareness and usage of the feature, given Chrome’s significant market share. While Google is still the most dominant s

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This sunrise alarm clock helped improve my sleep routine

zdnet.com Allison Murray 2025-08-06 08:58:41

ZDNET's key takeaways The Hatch Restore 3 retails for $170 and comes in three neutral colors. It has a new design with bigger buttons and an upgraded app with more bedtime routines. The device is rather large, and you'll have to pay for a monthly subscription to utilize the app's whole experience. $169.99 at Amazon $169.99 at Target $169.99 at Best Buy more buying choices As a tech reporter, I've tested numerous products over the years, but one of my all-time favorites is the Hatch Restore su

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The hybrid Windows laptop I recommend most for work travel also has an OLED display

zdnet.com Kyle Kucharski 2025-08-06 09:49:48

ZDNET's key takeaways HP's 16-inch Envy x360 2-in-1 (2024) comes in a variety of configurations, but the version with 1TB of storage and an OLED display starts at $1,599. It sports one of the most gorgeous displays I've seen on a convertible laptop in this price range. It's a little on the heavy side, and swapping configurations can be buggy. View now at HP We saw a host of great 2-in-1 laptops in 2024, forcing more and more laptop diehards (myself included) who were previously unwilling to c

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This countertop ice maker makes the 'good ice' you only get in restaurants

zdnet.com Artie Beaty 2025-08-06 09:52:00

ZDNET's key takeaways The GE Profile Opal 2.0 nugget ice maker is a smart kitchen appliance that sells for $599. This machine will do the trick if you want those satisfyingly munchable ice pellets often served at fast food restaurants It's also operable via a mobile app. It's pricey, especially given what it is, but I've found the machine well worth the investment. View now at Amazon Whether you call it the good ice, Sonic ice, nugget ice, or pellet ice, there's no denying that the small, mu

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Humans Are Starting to Talk More Like ChatGPT, Study Claims

gizmodo.com Gayoung Lee 2025-08-06 09:45:04

For better or worse, the rise of ChatGPT as a writing tool, search engine, or conversational buddy has considerably changed how we communicate with each other and with technology. At the same time, ChatGPT’s widespread use has also sparked numerous online debates about whether it’s possible to spot AI-created content by looking at certain cues, like the em dash. But new research suggests that such AI cues might become increasingly harder to pick out—because we’re starting to speak more like Cha

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Chrome OS is “combining” with Android, but what does that mean?

arstechnica.com Unknown 2025-08-06 09:28:23

Android and Chrome OS have been developed in parallel for years, but Google is planning to streamline its operating systems. In a recent interview, Android Ecosystem President Sameer Samat stated bluntly that Android and Chrome OS are merging. This shift, a long time in the making, could give Google more room to maneuver as it plans for new mobile computing experiences. In the interview, TechRadar's Lance Ulanoff had other things on his mind, but Samat peppered him with questions about how he u

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GM’s Final EV Battery Strategy Copies China’s Playbook: Super Cheap Cells

wired.com John Voelcker 2025-08-06 09:21:12

General Motors has just announced its latest and likely final piece in what now appears to be a three-pronged cell-chemistry strategy to power GM’s lineup of a dozen EVs through the end of the decade and beyond. GM has stated today it will build low-cost lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery cells in Spring Hill, Tennessee, starting in late 2027. Conversion of cell lines to produce that chemistry will begin later this year. The cell plant at the Spring Hill complex is owned and operated by Ultiu

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These are Sony’s new noise-canceling headphones for NFL coaches

theverge.com Andrew Liszewski 2025-08-06 09:00:00

is a senior reporter who’s been covering and reviewing the latest gadgets and tech since 2006, but has loved all things electronic since he was a kid. Sony is finally debuting the headset that it developed specifically for NFL coaches, after teasing it almost a year ago as part of a new partnership with the NFL. The headset features technology and engineering borrowed from Sony’s popular consumer-focused wireless headphones, such as the WH-1000XM6. That includes the same noise-canceling techno

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Rainmaker partners with Atmo to squeeze more rain from clouds

techcrunch.com Tim De Chant 2025-08-06 09:00:00

Cloud seeding startup Rainmaker is partnering with Atmo, an AI-powered meteorology startup, the companies exclusively told TechCrunch. The two operate on complementary ends of the weather system: Atmo studies atmospheric patterns to forecast weather events, while Rainmaker digests such data in an attempt to squeeze more precipitation out of weather systems. Under the partnership, Atmo will use its deep learning models to help Rainmaker identify clouds that have potential for seeding. The forec

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GM to challenge China’s LFP monopoly with upgraded battery factory

techcrunch.com Tim De Chant 2025-08-06 09:04:11

GM said Monday it is working with joint venture partner LG Energy Solution to upgrade its Ultium battery factory to make lithium-iron-phosphate cells for the automaker’s low-cost EVs. The factory’s overhaul will give LFP production in the United States a significant boost. Despite being invented and commercialized in the U.S., today the vast majority of LFP cells are currently made in China. The $2.3 billion Spring Hill, Tennessee, battery plant is part of the Ultium Cells LLC joint venture be

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The Apple Watch Series 10 is still on sale for a record low price

engadget.com Unknown 2025-08-06 13:13:08

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . Amazon Prime Day is officially over after a record-long affair, but there are still standout deals available. You can currently snag the Apple Watch Series 10 for $279 , or $120 off its usual retail price. That’s tied for the lowest price we've ever seen. A deal offering 30 percent off

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Big upgrades are coming to your Apple Watch - 8 features I can't wait to use on WatchOS 26

zdnet.com Nina Raemont 2025-08-06 13:06:23

Jason Hiner/ZDNET Your iPhone, Apple Watch, and other Apple-owned devices are getting a big overhaul soon. The best part? You won't have to pay a dime for them. The tech giant recently announced all of the newest apps and updates coming to its devices over the next few months. Several new features are coming to WatchOS 26, and the beta software is now available for developers, with a public beta rollout likely coming soon. Reddit users in the r/Apple Watch subreddit are already getting into th

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Nomad's Apple Watch charger may be the most ingenious accessory I've tested yet, and it's $16 off

zdnet.com Kayla Solino 2025-08-06 13:49:05

ZDNET's key takeaways Nomad's Universal Cable for Apple Watch lets you charge your favorite Apple devices in multiple configurations. This 1.3m, Kevlar outerwoven cord features an Apple Watch fast charger and USB-C ends This cable is travel-friendly, and lets you charge devices from your iPhone. View now at Nomad Goods The Nomad Universal Cable for Apple Watch is 20% off during Nomad's anniversary sale. It's on sale for $63 (save $16). If you're an Apple user who's on the go, then you know h

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Coding with AI? My 5 go-to tricks for vetting output - and avoiding trouble

zdnet.com David Gewirtz 2025-08-06 13:52:00

filo / Getty Images Our story begins, as many stories do, with a man and his AI. The man, like many men, is a bit of a geek and a bit of a programmer. He also needs a haircut. The AI is the culmination of thousands of years of human advancement, all put to the service of making the man's life a little easier. The man, of course, is me. I'm that guy. Also: The best AI for coding in 2025 (and what not to use) Unfortunately, while AI can be incredibly brilliant, it also has a propensity to lie,

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This Common Pain Med Could Be Raising Dementia Risk

gizmodo.com Ed Cara 2025-08-06 13:40:38

Chronic pain can be a debilitating experience. A common medication used to manage the condition may come with its own serious dangers, however. Recent research finds an upsetting link between the drug gabapentin and a higher risk of dementia. Scientists at Case Western Reserve University led the study, which examined the medical records of people with chronic low back pain. People taking gabapentin for their back were significantly more likely to develop dementia over time compared to non-users

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Google TV on Android begins its Material 3 Expressive revamp in latest update

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-08-06 17:13:12

Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority TL;DR The latest Google TV app update brings some Material 3 Expressive design elements to users. The release introduces updates for the movie/TV show details page, including a larger banner, center-aligned header, updated buttons, and more. The update doesn’t include all the Material 3 Expressive changes we’ve seen in the past, which could roll out with a subsequent release. Google has started rolling out the Material 3 Expressive revamp for several of it

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Why James Gunn Wanted a Younger Jor-El In ‘Superman’

gizmodo.com James Whitbrook 2025-08-06 17:00:28

The role Superman’s parents play in his life has always differed across years of comic book reshuffling and myriad adaptations. But in our latest crack at the Kryptonian whip in James Gunn’s Superman, Jor-El and Lara Lor-Van play a brief, but fundamental role in the movie. Casting the role for Gunn was crucial, not just because of the character’s legacy—but because he wanted to buck a trend from other live-action Superman films. In Superman Jor-El and Lara are played by the voice of Rocket Racc

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The votes are in: TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 Audience Choice winners revealed for roundtables and breakouts

techcrunch.com Techcrunch Events 2025-08-06 17:30:00

You voted — they made it onto the TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 agenda! After reviewing hundreds of standout Call for Content submissions and opening the vote to the TechCrunch audience, we’ve locked in the top five roundtables and top five breakout sessions. Without further ado, meet the exceptional tech voices — and the sessions they’ll lead — that will shape the conversation at Disrupt 2025, taking place October 27–29 at San Francisco’s Moscone West. Visit the agenda page for full session and spe

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Bill Gates Sounds the Alarm on a Global Health Catastrophe

gizmodo.com Luc Olinga 2025-08-06 21:02:17

Bill Gates will not give up. The Microsoft co-founder turned philanthropist is continuing his public campaign against the Trump administration’s drastic cuts to U.S. foreign aid, warning of disastrous and preventable consequences for global health programs. His strategy is twofold: sound the alarm on the immediate human cost while highlighting the long-term benefits of American generosity. He just did both. Gates amplified a harrowing, firsthand account from a doctor in Africa whose clinic, fu

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Tomorrow: TechCrunch All Stage launches in Boston — and ticket prices rise

techcrunch.com Techcrunch Events 2025-08-06 21:30:00

TechCrunch All Stage officially kicks off tomorrow at 7:30 a.m. ET at SoWa Power Station in Boston — and that’s when ticket prices jump to full rate. This isn’t just another founder event. It’s the summit built to help startups fundraise smarter, scale faster, and lead with impact. Whether you’re tightening your pitch, planning a raise, or navigating team growth, TC All Stage delivers the tactics and tools to take you further. Right now, until the doors open tomorrow, Founder Passes are just $

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Great, Grok is in cars now too

engadget.com Unknown 2025-08-06 09:21:53

Just a day after the xAI team issued a comprehensive apology and explanation about why its chatbot was spreading antisemitic rhetoric, Tesla updated its software for its cars to include the supposedly fixed Grok. According to Tesla, all new vehicles delivered on or after July 12 will have Grok available in-car. There's no additional subscription cost, but Tesla is limiting Grok's availability to models in the US for now. For older models to run Grok, it requires a Tesla with an AMD processor, t

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Google exec says the company will unify Android and ChromeOS

engadget.com Unknown 2025-08-07 01:00:53

Google is taking another step toward unifying its ecosystem by merging Android and ChromeOS. Sameer Samat, the president of Google’s Android ecosystem, confirmed this shift in an interview with TechRadar . Samat was curious how the publication's Lance Ulanoff manages things across several Apple devices, namely a MacBook, iPhone and Apple Watch. "I asked because we’re going to be combining ChromeOS and Android into a single platform, and I am very interested in how people are using their laptops

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The best deals on AirPods, iPads, MacBooks and other Apple gear you can get right now

engadget.com Unknown 2025-08-07 01:06:28

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . It’s obvious that Apple products are some of the most sought-after in the tech world — that means sales are fewer and farther between than other gadgets, and they’re often the first things to sell out when discounts do arrive. But it would be a mistake to assume you’re doomed to always

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Bold Mission to Hunt for Aliens on Venus Is Happening

news.ycombinator.com Natalia Mesa 2025-08-03 22:45:56

A UK-based mission is aiming to settle, once and for all, whether life exists on Venus. The mission plans to send a probe to the planet in search of microbial life, not on the surface, of course, but in the Venusian clouds. Over the past half-decade, scientists have detected the presence of phosphine and ammonia—two potential signs of biological activity—in Venus’s clouds. On Earth, both gases are produced only by biological activity and industrial processes, and scientists are unsure of their

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Nvidia's Jensen Huang brushes off U.S. fears that China's military will use his firm's chips

cnbc.com Dylan Butts 2025-08-07 07:07:11

Co-founder and chief executive officer of Nvidia Corp., Jensen Huang attends the 9th edition of the VivaTech trade show in Paris on June 11, 2025. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has downplayed U.S. fears that his firm's chips will aid the Chinese military, days ahead of another trip to the country as he attempts to walk a tightrope between Washington and Beijing. In an interview with CNN aired Sunday, Huang said "we don't have to worry about" China's military using U.S.-made technology because "they

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I would use Google’s AI tools more if it fixed this glaring problem

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-08-07 09:00:38

Rushil Agrawal / Android Authority Ever since ChatGPT started gaining in popularity, every other tech company has been rushing to keep up with its advancements in generative AI. Although some might argue that OpenAI’s chatbot is still on top, the company that I believe has come closest to surpassing it is Google. After Google CEO Sundar Pichai issued a “code red” in December 2022 to meet the threat OpenAI represented, the company has created a powerful, robust, and wide-reaching set of AI-power

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Apple gearing up for day one production of iPhone 17 in India, despite Chinese disruption

9to5mac.com Ben Lovejoy 2025-08-07 10:17:37

Apple is gearing up for simultaneous production of the iPhone 17 in both China and India, despite apparent attempts by the Chinese government to disrupt this. Achieving day one assembly in India has long been a key objective for Apple’s work in reducing its dependence on China as a manufacturing hub, but has never before been achieved … Apple’s goal of simultaneous production The vast majority of iPhones are still assembled in China, but Apple has for many years been working on boosting the n

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